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2011: a highly political year

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It may be 16 months away but the build up is already beginning. The French presidential elections happen in 2012, but the political movers and shakers are putting on their boxing gloves. And with President Nicolas Sarkozy's opinion poll ratings at a low point, they're preparing for what is bound to be a brutal and bitter fight.

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French government: grappling with labour reform
29/05/2012 - THE WEEK IN FRANCE

French government: grappling with labour reform

No time to waste - the new French Prime Minister sits down with unions to find common ground on labour reform. Next, we look at how two foes from either end of the political spectrum are fighting for the same turf in upcoming parliamentary elections. Finally, Austrian director Michael Haneke nabs the top prize at the Cannes Film Festival for his stark tale about love and getting old.
François Hollande's diplomatic debut
22/05/2012 - THE WEEK IN FRANCE

François Hollande's diplomatic debut

Rain, hail and even lightening couldn't stop French President François Hollande from making his diplomatic debut. We bring you the highlights of his first week in office. Next, disgraced former IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn is in more legal trouble. This time he is being investigated for his alleged involvement in a gang rape. He says it is an ongoing smear campaign. Finally, we take you behind the scenes to the VIP parties at the Cannes Film Festival.
Au revoir Sarkozy, bonjour Hollande
16/05/2012 - THE WEEK IN FRANCE

Au revoir Sarkozy, bonjour Hollande

Nicolas Sarkozy packs his bags to make way for newly elected French President François Hollande. We take a look at his first few days in office, and who has made it into his cabinet. It's also time to roll out the red carpet for the world's biggest film festival. We get the lowdown on all the glitz and glamour from Cannes.
François Hollande: portrait of a president
09/05/2012 - THE WEEK IN FRANCE

François Hollande: portrait of a president

France has elected a left-wing president. It's goodbye to "bling bling" and hello to "Mr. Normal". The Socialist François Hollande promises to boost growth instead of making more cuts. Nicolas Sarkozy, meanwhile, will pack his bags and make way for Hollande at the Elysée Palace next week.
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May Day: The people's platform
03/05/2012 - THE WEEK IN FRANCE

May Day: The people's platform

This special edition of the show is dedicated to the French presidential elections. We begin by speaking to voters about which issues will motivate their decision this Sunday. Next, we head beyond our borders, and explore what Socialist candidate François Hollande and incumbent President Nicolas Sarkozy have in store for France's European future. Finally, we take a look at the two women who are in the running to be first lady.

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